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Boasting a population of over 23 million people, Shanghai is China's largest and most developed city (and has been since the early 1930's). The Huangpu River which runs across Shanghai separates the city into two distinct parts. Puxi, which lies west of the river, is the older section of Shanghai. Pudong, on the other hand, is located to the east of the river and is more modern. The buzzing metropolis has a unique and easily recognisable skyline and a reputation as a tourist destination that is has rightfully earned over the last two decades. The Shanghai Grand Prix is an annual event that was first held in 2004 at the widely acclaimed Shanghai International Circuit. The track is about 5.4 kilometres in length, has 16 exciting and unique turns and was designed by Herman Tilke, the renowned race course designer. The design of the track was inspired by the Chinese character 'shang', which roughly translates to 'ascend' or 'above' and is the first letter in the name of the city. Even the team buildings were arranged to resemble the ancient Yuyan Garden found in the city. The track features many points where drivers can overtake each other, allowing for some nail bitingly close races. Spectators are given an amazing view of all the action from the Main Grandstand that has a seating capacity of 29,000 people and from where one can see almost the entire track. The F1 race at Shanghai for 2011 is over, but it will return in 2012. In the mean time there are plenty of other races held here during the year which one can enjoy as well. One of the easiest ways to get to the track is by train, which will take one about 40 minutes from central Shanghai. This circumvents the heavy congestion found along the route to the circuit. Tourists looking for a hotel in Shanghai with a central location can try The Langham Yangtze Boutique Shanghai. With plenty of museums and art galleries as well as People's Square in the immediate vicinity, the hotel’s ideal location allows guests to take a short walking tour of the city. The hotel also provides some of the best private dining Shanghai has to offer, with sumptuous Cantonese cuisine that will delight the taste buds and keep patrons asking for more.
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